Custom aluminum windshield frame manufacturer?

[silverg]

Anyone know of an aluminum windshield frame manufacturer? I want to replace the windshield frame on my boat and need a custom job.

[Garett]

loco good wellding or machine shop

[silverg]

btt

[Canazes9]

I guess it depends on what your asking for. Do you want a classic style windsheild with an aluminum frame? If so, I would check your yellow page ads for fiberglass boat repair shops (probably listed under " boats". I bought a windsheild for my '68 Larson that I restored many years ago through a local boat repair guy.

19' Custom Aluminum, 150 Yamaha

[silverg]

Canazes9

I want a simple aluminum frame windshield for a cuddy style boat. Nothing fancy. I've talked to several people in the area that claim to do full boat restorations but noone seems to know any windshield people. Also have tried welding shops and ttop fabricators but no go so far.

[Canazes9]

You mean like this?



Or like this?



Sorry if that seems like a dumb question, I'm pretty sure you don't want the first like my boat, just want to be sure. If you're looking for the latter:

Try this Guy:

Caudill's boat Service: (225) 752-0109

It's been more than 8 years since I last dealt with him, but he was very helpful, and if I remember right, could get just about any windsheild you wanted. It's hard for me to believe(not saying you're wrong - just seems odd to me) that you can't get what you need locally, but hey maybe he'll order it for you or point you in the right direction. Definitely kind of a mom & pop operation, but good people. Hope that helps a little.

19' Custom Aluminum, 150 Yamaha

[silverg]

Something like the second boat but not quite as fancy. No curves just angles and straight lines. Thanks for the lead, I will give them a call.

[Canazes9]

Hey silverg,

Was Caudill's able to help? Had any luck? Just curious...

19' Custom Aluminum, 150 Yamaha

[silverg]

Haven't called yet. Been iced in and busy. I will try today.

[Canvasguy]

Hi SilverG! I think I can help you! I actually work for a windshield manufacturer...I made the one in the Larson picture. I do know of one custom windshield manufacturer, they are in Miami, FL called Ocean Dynamics. If you would like more info, please let me know.

Good Luck!

[MDT]

Canvasguy,
Can you give us the magnitude of custom $$ we are talking about? I have a 23' Cuddy that I would like to extend the current windshield up about 12". Straight glass... two halves in front and two sides. Are we talking $200, $500, $1000 or $2000???
Thanks,
MDT

[Canvasguy]

Hey MDT, Yes I could give you an idea of the cost of a custom windshield! It will cost you somewhere between $1000-$2000 depending on how much work is involved.

[MDT]

Ouch, but thanks.... I'll put it on my list right after trim tabs and SS props. I do appreciate your responding.
MDT

[freddy]

Silverg, try www.taylormarine.com i believe they make many oem windshields for the marine industry and will do customs as well.

[bcampion]

American Marine Products, Jerry Avery, (954) 782-1400

[Canvasguy]

Hello again! I don't think Taylormade will produce custom windshields but you can try. Also, American Marine is a very good (high quality) manufacturer; not sure if they do custom, but definately worth asking!

Good Luck